T-panel Murals

Friends of Lipe Art Park (FLAP)  is looking for a new mural to be applied to multiple concrete T-panel structures in Lipe Art Park. This mural will consist of 5 T-panel Structures. Each Structure being 4’ x10’. Murals on these structures are installed for a one-year period.

The Theme is "Home"

DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 24th at 11:59pm

Project Description:
Lipe Art Park invites artists to submit proposals for graffiti mural(s) on the new concrete "T" Panel structures throughout the park. These murals will be installed for a one year period under the curation of the Friends of Lipe Art Park (FLAP).

Each "T" Panel structure consists of three primary surfaces for graffiti. Please refer to the attached drawings for details on the size and shape of these surfaces. Artists should use these drawings as a foundation for their design proposals.

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Project Description: 

FLAP invites artists to submit proposals for this year's theme is “Home.” Artists are asked to submit a written proposal and sketch. Submissions can be for 1 to 5 T-panels. Each of these panels has 4 concrete surfaces. Each proposal should address all 4 sides, consisting of a front, back, right and left side. Please refer to the attached diagram for details on the size and shape of these surfaces. A stipend of $800 will be awarded to each T-panel. Lipe has partnerships with Sherwin Williams and The Art Store which offer discounts to artists.

Proposal Terms & Requirements:

• Submit a written proposal and design to this form by the deadline.

• Proposals should reflect this year's theme and address all surfaces of the T-panels.

• Proposals should include a mockup of the design on the template provided.

• The selected design must be reviewed and approved by the Syracuse Public Art  Commission before painting can commence. 

• All artists must sign a project agreement form if design is approved.

About Lipe Art Park: 

Lipe Art Park is an intriguing blend of public art projects, outdoor venue, and  recreational space, sprawling across approximately 2 acres in the city’s Near West Side Arts District. Established on June 1, 2007, the park’s goal was to transform an urban vacant lot into a vibrant space for community engagement and creative expression. Over the years, it has hosted seasonal exhibitions and temporary installations. In 2025, Lipe was acquired by the Syracuse Parks Department, making this the only official art park in Syracuse.

About FLAP

Friends of Lipe Park (FLAP) is a volunteer organization whos’ mission is to promote increased community engagement and usage of the Lipe Art Park by advocating for art events and art projects within the park. For the annual call for new temporary artwork in Lipe, FLAP works with the Syracuse Parks Conservancy, the Syracuse Parks Department, and Syracuse Public Art Commission to make this happen. Funding is supported through CNY Arts, Tomorrow's Neighbors Today, and the Delavan and Gear Factory’s Open Studio fundraising efforts.